Physical Therapist (PT)

BrightStar Care of Stroudsburg and Allentown, PA is looking for a physical therapist who wants to make a difference in the lives of people living the Stroudsburg/Allentown area to join our team.
Working as a physical therapist will offer you the opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of people living in the Stroudsburg/Allentown areas while also working on a cooperative, supportive team as we seek to expand our ability to care for those in our community.

We demonstrate our commitment to our employees by offering the following benefits to our employees:

Benefits of a Physical Therapist:

• Pay ranges from $55.00 to $65.00 per visit
• 401(k)
• We offer medical, dental, life, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off
• Weekly pay via direct deposit
• A schedule that is flexible and self-driven to meet your lifestyle
• Work on a wide range of tasks, procedures, and treatments
• Accredited by the Joint Commission
• Compensation for mileage
• Shifts in a facility or at home are available.
• Bonuses on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis
• Mobile technology to access schedule and case documentation
• Discount Programs Exclusive to BrightStar Care employees

Responsibilities of the PT:

• Collaborate with physicians to design a treatment and care plan that is specific to the client's needs and physician's report.
• Evaluate muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion, and discomfort, then choose appropriate treatment and assistive equipment, training family/caregivers on how to utilize them.
• Develop a physical therapy program and train additional staff, such as family members and caregivers, in specific phases of physical therapy so they may assist with client care.
• Notify the DON and physician about the client's response to treatment and any changes in his or her health.
• As needed, coordinate interventions with other caregivers while informing appropriate personnel and family members about intervention goals.
• Prepare clinical and progress summaries, as well as discharge planning documents, and submit them to the DON.
• Show kindness and respect to clients, their family, and your coworkers.

Requirements for PT:

• Graduated from an American Physical Therapy Association-accredited physical therapy program.
• Valid license in the state of Pennsylvania
• Comply with the Physical Therapy Practice Act and other legal requirements in your state.
• Comply with HIPAA regulations and safeguard client confidentiality.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

To learn more about starting a career as a physical therapist at BrightStar Care of Stroudsburg and Allentown, submit an application today!